In Roman society, the Secutor was a type of gladiator. Sometimes, in English, they are called the provocator, pursuer, or challenger. They were mostly bare, having only a visored helmet, a Scutum (oblong shield, oval or rectangular in shape), a gladius (short sword) or dagger, 1 Ocrea (a type of greave) on their left leg, manicae (leather or metal bands/plates) on their right arm, and a wide belt made of leather or metal along with a loincloth. Their helmet was rather unique, guarding their head and face entirely, leaving only 2 eyeholes open. Their primary opponent in gladiatorial combat was the Retiarius. The Secutor debuted around 50 CE.